Wätjens Park

Wätjens Park is a 50-hectare green space in Blumenthal and Vegesack that follows English landscape garden design principles. The grounds include walking paths, open lawns, and several garden sections that form a cohesive natural landscape.

Merchant Diedrich Heinrich Wätjen bought four agricultural properties in 1830 and commissioned a classical-style mansion to be built. The estate expanded when a Gothic Revival castle was added in 1864, transforming the property into a grand residence.

The park's name comes from the Wätjen family who created and shaped this estate over time. Today, visitors of all ages use the grounds to explore paths and enjoy the green spaces for their leisure activities.

The park has several entrances along Landrat-Christians-Straße where visitors can begin their exploration. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended since the ground covers varying elevations and spans a large area best explored on foot.

A neoclassical memorial temple built in 1888 stands on the grounds, blending architecture with the surrounding landscape. Many visitors overlook this structure despite it being one of the most distinctive features of the entire property.

Location: Bremen

GPS coordinates: 53.17849,8.58907

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:45